Refrigeration Maintenance B Shift Tecumseh NE

Tyson Foods, Inc.; Waverly (NE); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attendance bonus

Shift differential

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. is hiring a Refrigeration Technician to manage ammonia refrigeration and wastewater systems with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities include maintenance and repair of boilers and refrigeration equipment and monitoring ammonia-system safety per Process Safety Management. The role requires installation, adjustments, preventative maintenance, accurate documentation, and shift pass-downs to the next technician.

Qualifications

• Understanding of Ammonia Refrigeration systems.

Responsibilities

• Install and set-up equipment as needed.

Skills

Ammonia refrigeration understanding

Proficient computer skills

Hand tools

Mechanical background

Identify standard parts

Electrical experience

Safety around moving machinery

Overtime willingness

Education

Ammonia refrigeration experience or formal training

Certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson Foods will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 90 days and are limited to 3 times of employment.

Pay Range: $24.65 -35.20 (pay based on experience) + $2 attendance bonus + $3 shift differential

Hours: Rotating 12 hr shift Schedules 2-2-3 B Shift: 3:30 pm - 4:00 am or upon completion of assigned work

SUMMARY: This position is responsible for running the ammonia refrigeration and waste water systems with minimal supervision. Refrigeration Technicians perform maintenance and repairs on the machines and equipment related to boilers and refrigeration and constantly monitor the status of the ammonia system in accordance with Process Safety Management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Installation and set-up of equipment as needed
• Monitor and make necessary adjustments to refrigeration system and related equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance checks and inspections of assigned equipment completing required documentation
• Provide pass-down to following shift Technician
• Assists experienced Technicians in troubleshooting of equipment and system, assisting with necessary repairs
• Completes shift log book and other required paperwork
• Assist within department as needed inclusive of assisting with waste-water duties.

Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Understanding of Ammonia Refrigeration systems
• Proficient computer skills
• Ability to use hand tools and trades type tools
• Strong mechanical background required
• Able to identify industry standard parts
• Electrical experience required
• Able to operate safely and effectively working with and around moving machinery
• Ability to work around blood at times, indoors, exposed to marked changes in temperature and humidity
• Willingness to work overtime as required

Education and/or Experience

• Prefer minimum of 2 years' experience in ammonia refrigeration
• Formal training program completion or certification can be used in place of experience requirement
• Training in electrical principals and troubleshooting preferred

Communication Skills

Must be able to communicate effectively.

Other Skills

Computer skills. General knowledge of Microsoft Office knowledge or training preferred.

Physical Requirements / Environment

• Stand/Walk: Continuously (at least 8 hours a day)
• Lift/Carry: Frequently (1-10 lbs.), occasionally (up to 35-50 lbs.)
• Grasp: Frequently (3-4 hours a day) Occasionally (1-3 hours a day); bend/stoop, squat, crawl, climb, reach above shoulder, crouch, kneel, push/pull
• Continuously working around moving machinery, both inside and out with changes in temperature and humidity, exposure to dust and fumes, occasionally working on a ladder at unprotected heights, around and amongst dead birds and a strong chicken odor

Relocation Assistance Eligible

No

Work Shift

B Shift (United States of America)

Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

Benefits

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.